What is heart failure?

The term “heart failure” makes it sound like the heart is no longer working at all and there’s nothing that can be done. Actually, heart failure means that the heart isn’t pumping as well as it should be. Congestive heart failure is a type of heart failure that requires seeking timely medical attention, although sometimes the two terms are used interchangeably.

CardioMEMS (TM subscript) HF System - Home Monitoring for Congestive Heart Failure Patients

A tiny sensor is placed in your pulmonary artery allowing daily monitoring of fluid levels in your lungs. In the comfort of your own home a measurement is taken daily and sent to your health care provider via a secure website.

Your physician reviews the results regularly and contacts you if changes to your medications are required. Daily monitoring allows early detection of fluid build up and treatment for congestive heart failure reducing the need for hospitalization.